Rockies Snap Losing Streak in Walk-Off Win

Post by : Monika

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On Monday night in Denver, the Colorado Rockies triumphed over the Los Angeles Dodgers with a thrilling 4–3 win. It was a special moment for the Rockies—Warming Bernabel delivered a walk-off single in the ninth inning that ended their ten-game losing streak against these longtime rivals.

For a team that had once been in danger of setting a franchise record for losses, the win was a sign of hope. Let’s rewind and see how this night unfolded.

A Rocky Road for Colorado

The Rockies had suffered a rough season so far. At 36–89, they were far behind where they wanted to be. In the first half of the year, they barely won any series games, making fans and players worry about becoming one of MLB’s most losing teams. In fact, they needed only six more wins in their last 37 games to avoid matching the modern MLB record for losses held by the 2024 Chicago White Sox.

Those struggles made Monday night’s victory feel extra meaningful. It was a chance to turn things around and build confidence for a young team.

Game Highlights: Tovar Stars Again

• Ezequiel Tovar got things going in the seventh inning with a solo home run that tied the game at 3–3. His energy set the stage for the dramatic finish.
• In the ninth, Tovar struck again with a bloop double that the Dodgers couldn't hold onto—his hustle made a difference.
• Up stepped Warming Bernabel, who hit a clean single up the middle, bringing Tovar home for the win.
• The field erupted. Teammates mobbed Bernabel, dousing him with water in a classic post-game celebration scene.

Pitching and Defense Matter

The Rockies’ pitcher in the ninth, Victor Vodnik, delivered a perfect frame—no runs, no hits, no walks—earning the win in his strongest moment yet.

On the mound for the Dodgers, Yoshinobu Yamamoto pitched well for seven innings, giving up three runs and striking out six. But two late hits from Tovar and Bernabel cost his team dearly.

Rockies starter Kyle Freeland had to leave early due to a blister after four solid innings. He kept the game close, giving his team enough time to come back later.

What It Meant: A Turn for the Better

The victory was a real boost. It tied their season-high win streak at four games and helped them close the gap in performance compared to the Dodgers, who are the division leaders.

Hunter Goodman, one of Colorado’s all-stars, summed it up well: “We’re a young team working to get better. Winning this game the right way was a step forward.”

The win also showed that the Rockies could play the kind of clean, competitive baseball that fans want to see—especially against a strong team like the Dodgers.

What Comes Next?

While the win was exciting, the Rockies are still trailing their rivals by many games. They’ll need to keep building on this momentum if they want to finish the season on a strong note. It was clear that this team is learning how to win—something that felt rare up until now.

The Dodgers, meanwhile, will head home to regroup after dropping a game that looked like it would be in their hands.

In a season full of setbacks, Monday night was a reminder that baseball is full of unlikely moments. A debt was paid, a streak was broken, and a young Rockies team rediscovered a bit of magic. For fans and players alike, it was a night to remember.

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